He was born on October 24, 1995, the son of Stanley Robert Blanko and Barbara Blanko of Clinton.
Robert was an incredible young man with impeccable character. He saw only the good in people and had the purest of kindness. He was thoughtful and genuine. He always had your back. Robert possessed compassion beyond belief. He enjoyed being outdoors and recently experienced a cross-country adventure with his friends. Robert loved to travel and especially enjoyed spending time in Colombia with his Colombian family. He enjoyed photography, videography, cooking, and spending time with loved ones. Robert loved being creative and was a talented artist.
Besides his parents, Robert is survived by his sister Rita Blanko of Clinton; Aunt Theresa DeNuzzo; Uncles Karl Lunney and his wife Isabel, David DeNuzzo and his wife Deidre, Daniel DeNuzzo and his wife Ibra; Uncle Edward Blanko; Uncle Martin Blanko and his wife Patricia; Aunt Jean DiMauro; grandfather Frank DeNuzzo and his wife Michele. Robert was predeceased by his grandparents, Lucille "Jeanne" Lunney, Stanley and Helen Blanko.
Calling hours will be held at Swan Funeral Home in Clinton, CT, on Saturday November 24th, from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm with memorial service starting at 1:30 pm. A 2:00 graveside services will follow at Beaver Brook Cemetery, Rt. 145, Clinton. All are welcome to join for a celebration of life reception afterward at OSFD Association Banquet Facility " Clark Field " located on 210 Elm St Old Saybrook, CT 06475. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be to: afsp.org.
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